Verdict
Just RM1,892 separates the RM132,780 iCaur V23 from the RM130,888 Suzuki Fronx, but they suit very different Malaysian use cases. The V23 brings 208 hp, 292 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 430 km EV range, plus 104 kW DC charging for owners with dependable charging access. The Fronx answers with five seats and a 308-litre boot against four seats and 234 litres, while its RM120 annual road tax undercuts the V23’s RM180. The Suzuki is the more practical small family car; the iCaur is the stronger, longer-warrantied EV.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you can charge regularly and want 208 hp, 292 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 7-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if five seats, a 308-litre boot, lower RM120 road tax and petrol refuelling matter more than EV performance.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Suzuki Fronx RM130,888.
- Output: iCaur V23 has 208 hp and 292 Nm; Suzuki Fronx has 100 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline: iCaur V23 is all-wheel drive; Suzuki Fronx is front-wheel drive.
- Accommodation: iCaur V23 has 4 seats and a 234-litre boot; Suzuki Fronx has 5 seats and a 308-litre boot.
- Warranty: iCaur V23 gets 7 years/150,000 km; Suzuki Fronx gets 3 years/100,000 km.
- Road tax: iCaur V23 costs RM180 a year; Suzuki Fronx costs RM120 a year.
V23
- 208 hp and 292 Nm from two motors
- 430 km EV range, 104 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- All-wheel drive and 7-year/150,000 km warranty
- Four seats and a 234-litre boot versus five seats and 308 litres
- RM180 annual road tax versus RM120
Fronx
- Five seats and a 308-litre boot
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and 360-degree camera
- Rear air-con vents and head-up display
- 100 hp and 138 Nm trail the V23’s 208 hp and 292 Nm
- Front-wheel drive instead of all-wheel drive
- 3-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter
What the V23 has over the Fronx
What the Fronx has over the V23
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The V23's wheelbase is 215 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The V23 is 150 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Fronx: 308 litres against 234.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780 | RM130,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,355/mo | RM1,335/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,700 | RM3,683✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,690 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM8.45 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM27,848 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 12.4 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 138 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 292 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 81.76 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 104 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres | 308 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 215/50R17 |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | — |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 18 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 18 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Indonesia (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available for two rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | 5-year/100,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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V23 vs Fronx FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Suzuki Fronx better?
The Fronx is better for carrying five people and more luggage. Choose the V23 if home or workplace charging is realistic, because its 208 hp, all-wheel drive and 430 km EV range give it a very different driving brief.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM1,892 more than the Suzuki Fronx. That small gap brings an 81.76 kWh battery, two motors, all-wheel drive and 104 kW DC charging, but the V23 loses one seat and 74 litres of boot space.
Which has the longer warranty?
The iCaur V23 has the longer vehicle warranty at seven years or 150,000 km, versus three years or 100,000 km for the Fronx. Its battery, drive unit and high-voltage components are covered for eight years or 160,000 km.
How long does charging take?
The V23's 81.8 kWh battery takes about 12.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 104 kW peak.